Gorgias

Plato, Chris Emlyn-Jones, Walter Hamilton

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Penguin
14 April 2004

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Literary essays; Western philosophy: Ancient, to c 500; Ethics & moral philosophy; Penguin Black Classics

A revised edition of a classic translation, with completely new editorial material

Taking the form of a dialogue between Socrates, Gorgias, Polus and Callicles, GORGIAS debates perennial questions about the nature of government and those who aspire to public office.

Are high moral standards essential or should we give our preference to the pragmatist who gets things done or negotiates successfully? Should individuals be motivated by a desire for personal power and prestige, or genuine concern for the moral betterment of the citizens?

These questions go to the heart of Athenian democratic principles and are more relevant than ever in today's political climate.

By: Plato
Edited by: Chris Emlyn-Jones
Translated by: Walter Hamilton
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 154g
ISBN: 9780140449044
ISBN 10: 0140449043
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 14 April 2004
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Walter Hamilton taught at Cambridge, Eton and Rugby and translated several Platonic texts for Penguin. Chris Emlyn-Jones teaches in the department of Classical Studies at the Open University and has published on Homer and Plato.